Ford Escape: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - Front Door Moulding
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH door shown, RH door similar.
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NOTE:
Do not use excessive force when removing retainers, to avoid damage to moulding.
Using a non-marring trim tool, disengage the retainers attaching moulding to the door.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the moulding.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Repair
NOTE:
Mouldings located on the front and rear window frames may
experience minor scratches from vehicle shipment or car wash racks. The
imperfections may be repaired instead of replacing components by
following the steps below...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH similar.
All vehicles
Remove the exterior mirror...
Other information:
Removal
Release the stop tabs.
Remove the dampener and fully lower the glove compartment.
Remove the screws and open the cabin air filter door.
Remove the cabin air filter...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Removal
WARNING:
Electric vehicles damaged by a crash may have compromised
high voltage safety systems and present a potential high voltage
electrical shock hazard...